Mike Braun: “Critical minerals have been regarded as the building blocks of U.S. economic and national security.”

The state’s trip to Japan this week is a commitment to continuing our work together and advancing our shared strengths, particularly across the automotive and advanced manufacturing sectors.

We’re doing this out of the $2 billion of extra reserves we created in one year.

We’re not going to dismiss it. We’re not going to try to slow it down.

“The state is also seeking additional FEMA support that could include home repairs or direct housing assistance for families whose needs cannot be met through available rentals,” according to Braun’s office.